Breitling Superocean Automatic 42vsRevelot R11

R11
RevelotR11

Ref. hexmariner-r11-blackgiltsteel·MSRP $415

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 at true scale

Superocean Automatic 42

Revelot R11 at true scale

R11

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Thickness

13.3mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

500m

highest

200m

MSRP

$4,950

$415

lowest

Movement

Breitling Caliber 17

Seiko NH35

Case

2 specs
Thickness
13.32mm
13mm
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire, glareproofed both sides
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,950
$415
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Reviews

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Breitling Superocean Automatic 42

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 for its robust build, excellent lume, crisp dial details, and comfortable wearability, with many noting it wears smaller than its 42mm size, feeling more like 40-41mm due to short, downward-curving lugs. The rubber strap is also considered amazing, and the bracelet with micro-adjustments is a highlight for some. The watch is seen as a great value and an excellent first expensive or automatic watch, featuring classic design cues and serious tool-watch specifications. Some owners criticize the clasp and aluminum bezel insert, preferring ceramic options. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 highly for its comfortable wearability and robust tool-watch capabilities at a great value.

Revelot R11

Owners widely praise the Revelot R11's captivating white dial, with one owner specifically noting its unique design compared to other homages. The bracelet receives mixed feedback; some find it excellent for the price despite lacking fitted endlinks, while another owner highlights problematic sizing due to limited micro-adjustments. One owner expresses concern over the watch's low price point and the standard NH35 movement. On balance, owners appreciate the Revelot R11 for its distinctive dial and value, though bracelet fit remains a point of contention.

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